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ASHA members who have lost their jobs as a result of Katrina are seeking information about license requirements in different parts of the country. Some states, including Florida and Texas, certify holders of ASHA's Certificate of Clinical Competence as qualified for a license by endorsement without requiring additional documentation. Texas requires school-based clinicians to obtain a state license through the state department of health.
To ease ASHA members' transition, verification of CCC status for members in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi is being provided within 48 business hours with a waiver of rush charges. Call the Action Center at 800-498-2071 or e-mail cccmaintenance@asha.org.
The Texas Department of Health has made special accommodations to assist practitioners affected by the hurricane to obtain a license. The department of health services asks people to apply online if possible, or to fax their applications to Leonard Rivas at 512-834-6677 with a note on the cover sheet stating that you are a hurricane victim. Applicants will be asked for as much documentation as they have. The office also will accept walk-ins without appointments, and will follow up on proof of payment and other usual licensure documentation after the crisis ends.
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